The meeting was called to order at 4:10 pm by Chairman Kopchik followed by Roll Call and the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Chairman Kopchik opened the meeting by expressing condolences from the Board to the family of Ed
Horan who passed away last week. She noted Mr. Horan was passionate about Stern Village and its residents. He was active in the redevelopment committee of Stern Village and a member of the Stern
Village Resident Association Board. He will be truly missed.

Past Minutes
Motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to approve the minutes of April 24, 2017 as written. Seconded by
Mr. Niebuhr and approved unanimously.

Treasurer’s Report
Mrs. Dowd reported for the Trumbull Housing Authority for the period ending April 30, 2017. Over the
course of the last ten months, Stern Village and Stern Center had an overall loss of approximately
$64,526. For the past ten months, there have been numerous vacancies in the Village and the Center
reducing the rental income, as well as additional costs for the necessary national credit checks and
criminal checks, legal expenses, advertising for the wait list, utility rate increases and the rehabbing of
vacated units. However, a profit of $6,260 is reflected on the 2016 management budget under Repairs,
Maintenance and Reserve.

Executive Director’s Report
Ms. Polansky reported the current reserve balance is $1,433,189, which is approximately $6,456 for
each unit in the entire complex. The overall cash position as of April 30, 2017 shows a balance of
$798,335 including the investment account. As of April 30, 2017, Accounts Payable is approximately
$37,280 including the PILOT accrual for the current year. Ms. Polansky will continue to look at other
projects to further improve the facility within the realm of affordability, need and security.
At the present time, the Village has twelve vacancies and the Congregate has five vacancies. There were
approximately 80 applicants and approximately 35 were rejected based on the national credit and
criminal background checks. All rejection letters have been mailed. Heather is in the process of
entering the 35 applicants into our software program to create the wait list. A letter will be going out to these applicants stating that the next steps include landlord verification, an interview and determining
the ability to pay the base rent. In the meantime, the maintenance men are rehabbing the vacant units.
Units 5, 6, 7 and 8 will be rehabbed and they served as the test units for the heat pump systems.
All heat pumps should be installed by the end of the June. Ms. Polansky is hoping to have additional
funds to be used for heat pumps for the Community Room. Ms. Polansky met with John Barry on Friday
to see how many would be necessary and to obtain a cost for the pumps and installation.
Ms. Polansky spoke with a representative of Spectrum ‐ Cable and she will get back to Ms. Polansky in
the next two weeks. The agreement in place does not end until 2021 for this funding which is a
marketing initiative.
Team Home Depot will be putting in a flower and vegetable garden in the back of the Congregate. The
congregants have expressed their interest in having a healing memorial garden. They will be planning
this garden. They are awaiting dates for planting.
The batteries are charged on the golf cart. Tires will be checked by maintenance and it would be on the
road shortly.
Ms. Polansky discussed the letters from the State Representatives. The Trumbull Delegate will be invited
to Stern Village to become better acquainted with the Village needs.
Ms. Polansky welcomed John Fox as a new member of the maintenance staff.
Recertifications are in process. Everyone must sign a new lease. Any changes in rent and the new lease
will go into effect on July 1, 2017.
Ms. Polansky stressed the importance of helping the residents by calling the THA or Congregate if you
feel something is not right. Check on your neighbors; watch for papers and mail piling up. If you think
your neighbor may be ill and requires medical attention, do not hesitate to call 911. She thanked the
residents who do that on a daily basis.
A Special Board Meeting will be held on June 6, 2017 at 4 pm in the Community Room.

Unfinished Business
None.

New Business
None.

Update from the Stern Village Resident Association
John reported that letters were received from Representative David Rutigliano regarding the condition
of the sidewalks at Stern Village Senior Housing. Mr. Rutigliano noted that he has been aware of the
conditions and agrees that something needs to be done. Letter is attached for review.
Ms. Polansky noted that when Mr. Rutigliano received all the letters, he stated he was in support of the
renovation. They discussed the funding being requested. Ms. Polansky encourage him to go to the DOH
and speak with them regarding the Village.

Resident Comments
Joan – stated she was pleased with the men who installed the heat pump. They were great, cleaned
everything, and put everything back in its original place. They were very nice. The pumps work well and
look beautiful. She questioned, with regard to the situation last week, if the guard could have opened
the apartment door or does it have to only be the Police. Ms. Polansky noted the guard is for the
Congregate only. She reiterated that if you see mail or papers piled up or you think something is wrong
with your neighbor or know they are will, please call for help. The guards will not be opening doors for
anyone any more. This is independent living and not all residents inform Ms. Polansky if they leave for
several days.

Adjournment
There being no further business, Mrs. Kopchik motioned to adjourn the meeting at 4:26 pm. Seconded
by Mrs. Donofrio and approved unanimously.

The meeting was called to order at 4:05 pm by Chairman Kopchik followed by Roll Call and the Pledge of
Allegiance.

Past Minutes
Motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to approve the minutes of March 27, 2017, as written. Seconded by
Mr. Niebuhr and approved unanimously.

Treasurer’s Report
Mrs. Dowd reported for the Trumbull Housing Authority for the period ending March 31, 2017. Stern
Village and Stern Center currently has an overall loss of approximately $71,703. This is attributable to
the numerous vacancies in the Village and the Center reducing our rental income, as well as additional
costs of advertising for applications for Stern Village and the necessary credit checks, utility rate
increases and usage.

Director’s Report
Ms. Polansky reported the current reserve balance is $1,420.416, which is approximately $6,398 for
each unit in the entire complex. The overall cash position as of March 31, 2017, shows a balance of
$882,116 including the investment account. As of March 31, 2017, Accounts Payable is approximately
$76,199, including the PILOT accrual for the current year. Ms. Polansky will also be continuing to look at
other projects to further improve the facility within the realm of affordability, need, and security.
As the present time, the village has eight vacancies (not including the vacant building) and the
congregate has four vacancies. Ms. Polansky has 30 applicants and has mailed several applications.
There are interested applicants for the Congregate and they are scheduling when they will move in.
The installation of the heat pumps is going well. Several resident meetings have been held to discuss
the heat pumps and the remote control. The contractor is setting the thermostat and residents have
been told to set it and forget it. They are now up to unit 48. Every unit is getting a heat pump. Residents
do not have to use it if they don’t want to.
The Small Cities Application was delivered to DOH last week. This is for the energy efficient windows for
186 units.
The 2017 SSHP application is near completion. Ms. Polansky is asking for $5 million to fix the
infrastructure, roads, sidewalks, new roofs, fascia (front), gutters, new exterior doors, additional ADA
units, ADA compliant bathrooms, and kitchen for the community room.
Paperwork has been filed for establishing a non-profit THC at IRS. Once approved we will be able to get
additional funding and do lots of fund raising.
The letters residents wrote were mailed to Senator Moore, State Representatives David Rutigliano,
Laura Devlin and Ben McGorty, along with copies of the petitions. A representative of Senator Chris
Murphy’s office visited last Tuesday. Needs were discussed and how Senator Murphy can help. Ms.
Polansky also provided copies of all the letters and petitions to Senator Murphy.
Ms. Polansky is in the process of recertifying tenants. At the time of recertification, every resident must
sign the new lease in order to live at Stern Village. Copies of the new lease are in the Community Room
for residents to review. Ms. Polansky will also email caregivers the lease upon request. If a resident
does not sign the new lease, the THA will need to take appropriate action.
Starting on May 1st the Community Room will be open until 8 pm.

Unfinished Business
None.

New Business
None.

Update from the Stern Village Resident Association
John Vogel reported for the Association. He noted that he put together letters for the legislators in the
area asking them for assistance. Mr. Vogel was thanked for his efforts.

Resident Comments
Ed – commented that in the future he will bring up cable TV and the ability to change to a different
supplier. He realizes there is a monetary component for the Village to use Charter but he asked that the
money be given back so that they are not held hostage. Residents are having a lot of trouble with the
current supplier. Ms. Polansky noted that April 1, 2010, Charter was allowed to market their services at
Stern Village and the THA signed a non-exclusive installation and service agreement with Charter. This
agreement expires March 31, 2021. In doing so, Charter gave the THA a one-time payment of $22,200.
This situation has been explained to the residents in the past. Harriet will again contact Charter to see
what the options are and try to have some answers at the next meeting.
Joan – also spoke on the cable situation noting that Optimum and Cablevision cannot come into the
Village and satellite does not work.Ms. Polansky noted that the power in the Village went out recently due to an accident nearby and the generator in the Congregate worked well. The new protocol for the security guard also worked well. Ms. Polansky noted that she is informed when the power is out.
Ralph – asked about the status of the golf cart. Ms. Polansky noted she is getting quotations for new
batteries (6) and perhaps new tires. It will be in working condition soon.

Adjournment
There being no further business, motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to adjourn the meeting at 4:20 pm.
Seconded by Mr. Niebuhr and approved unanimously.

Also Present: Executive Director Harriet Polansky and George Wiles from Wiles Architects

The meeting was called to order at 4:05 pm by Chairman Kopchik followed by Roll Call and the Pledge of
Allegiance.

Past Minutes
Motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to approve the minutes of February 27, 2017, as written. Seconded
by Mrs. Fatse. Approved with abstentions by Mr. Niebuhr and Mrs. Donofrio.

Treasurer’s Report
Ms. Dowd reported for the Trumbull Housing Authority for the period ending February 28, 2017. Stern
Village and Stern Center currently has an overall loss of approximately $51,981. This is attributable to
the numerous vacancies in the Village and the Center reducing the rental income, as well as additional
legal expenses and costs of medical insurance, other insurances, and utility costs. Currently, the reserve
balance is $1,491,145, which is approximately $6,717 for each unit in the entire complex.

Director’s Report
Ms. Polansky reported the overall cash position as of February 28, 2017, showed a balance of $907,025,
including the investment account. Accounts Payable is approximately $47,461, including our PILOT
accrual for the current year. Ms. Polansky will continue to look at other projects to further improve the
facility within the realm of affordability, need, and security.
Repairs are continuing for Unit #16. The boiler and sprinkler system was repaired in the Congregate. In
the Village, the circuit breakers were repaired and replaced as well as removal of some trees and
pruning to alleviate the sewer system problems.
Applications are being accepted for six vacancies in Stern Village starting April 3. Applications will be
accepted for non‐smokers only.
Ms. Polansky noted that with impending snow storms, the residents are alerted to stay indoors until the
Maintenance crew can plow the roads and sidewalks. She receives storm updates every two hours and
is in contact with EMS and the Office of Emergency Management. She also calls UI to remind them, if
the power goes out, the THA Center has priority. Extra help was hired to clear the sidewalks. In order to
expedite plowing, it is mandatory that residents take their belongings off the porches. Most residents
comply. She reminded residents that this is still independent living and to not ask the Maintenance
crew to clear off cars or help shovel. There are some wonderful residents that do help others in the
Village when needed.
There will be a resident meeting with John Barry in April to discuss the logistics for the heat pumps.
Letters will be sent informing the residents of what to expect. One hundred eighty-six units will have
pumps installed. It is up to the resident if they want to use it or not. All residents were sent a letter
regarding the pumps.
Ms. Polansky is working with the Small Cities Consultant hired by the Town of Trumbull for new
windows for 186 units. There are many documents to fill out.
Home Depot will be asked to help to create gardens in the back of the Congregate that were started by
the residents no longer here.
Ms. Polansky discussed moss and mold. Moss is mostly on the ground or on the roofs that do not get a
lot of sun. New roofs are being explored for units 1‐100.
Unfinished Business
Motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to approve the minutes of February 13, 2017, Special Board meeting
as written. Seconded by Mr. Niebuhr and approved with abstentions from Mrs. Dowd and Mrs. Kopchik.
New Business
Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Trumbull Housing Corporation 501(c)3 – Ms. Polansky
noted the State wants the Center to leverage every source possible to get funding into Stern Village.
One way to accomplish this is to set up a non‐profit 501(c)3. This will give the ability to fundraise, ask
for donations and apply for HTCC (Housing Tax Credit Contribution) funds. Under the HTCC program, a non‐profit corporation can receive up to $500,000 annually in State tax credits that can then be sold to
State business firms in return for cash contributions to the non‐profit corporation’s housing program.
Ms. Polansky noted we have the opportunity to identify three consecutive rounds of HTCC funding (with
THC as the nonprofit co‐sponsor) for a total of $1.5 million in sources for the SSHP application
(maximum annual award of $500,000 each) earmarked for future unit renovations. Assuming we receive the 501(c)3 designation from the IRS by the end of this year, we can apply for the 2018 HTCC round. Ms. Polansky is looking for various ways to bring this money in through fundraising, endowments, galas, other donations, etc.
Mrs. Kopchik noted she would like to be President with Ms. Polansky Vice‐President, as the Executive
Director is required to be on the Board, and Mrs. Fatse as Secretary/Treasurer. Mrs. Kopchik made a
motion to approve the creation of the Trumbull Housing Corporation, a non‐profit 501(c)3. Seconded by
Mrs. Donofrio and approved unanimously.

Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Congregate and Village Leases – Ms. Polansky noted that
over the past several months, the leases for the Congregate and Village have been reviewed, updated
and revised. Attorney Jankovsky provided the correct wording and statutes as well as approved the
revisions made to the new leases. These leases spell out THA rules and regulations and are there to
protect the residents and the THA from wrongdoings. Meetings have been held with residents from the
Congregate and Village. Residents have reviewed prior drafts and Ms. Polansky has answered several
questions. This lease speaks to the animal policy in detail, grievance policy is attached, etc. When
recertifications are done, the residents will be signing the new lease.
Mrs. Kopchik made a motion to approve the new tenant lease for the Stern Village Congregate and the
new tenant lease for Stern Village. Seconded by Mrs. Donofrio and approved unanimously.
Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the AIA Agreement for the 2017 SSHP Application – Ms.
Polansky noted they are entering into another funding round for the 2017 State Sponsored Housing
Program. The application is due around April 24. In 2013, a CNA was done by CHFA. They are looking at critical needs such as repaving the road and the roundabout by the parking lot as well as the walkways;
coordinating with the Town to repave the main loop road; repair sanitary and storm sewers; address
Community Room needs – ADA kitchen and restrooms; domestic hot water tanks; roofing; fascia;, gable
siding; gutters; increased attic insulation; exterior doors and master locksets, and storm doors. Also,
environmental issues, if any and 20 ADA unit conversions.
Mr. Wiles noted the new agreement is a reorganization of all the documents produced to date which
presents a new scope of renovations that matches what Ms. Polansky enumerated. Provides support for
the grants and applications that need to be done in accordance with requirements. Several units will be
redesigned so that it reflects the new scope.
Mr. Wiles noted the current ADA units that were created early in the ADA awareness complied with
regulations at the time. There has been many updates since that time so none of the current units
comply with current regulations. They will be taking the units that have accessible floors underneath in
the crawl spaces to shift toilets and sinks in order to get current clearances. This will be done in the
middle buildings. Ms. Polansky noted currently they have eight. ADA wants them accessible to parking
lots, Community Room and your car. Having the crawl space makes it easier for redesign. Units in Phase 3 will not be done.
Mrs. Kopchik made a motion to approve the AIA Agreement for the 2017 SSHP Application. Seconded
by Mrs. Fatse and approved unanimously.

Update from the Duly Elected Stern Village Resident Association
Mrs. Dowd reported the following:
1. Two vacancies were filled – Ralph Claudio was introduced as a new board member.
2. Request will be submitted for $250 to the Board for paper and printing supplies.
3. John has obtained 180 signatures regarding the repair of the sidewalks and roads. John noted
there is a meeting on Thursday about this with the Town. Encouraged residents to attend to get
information.
4. Gloria is working on the Welcoming Committee. Working on an information booklet for
residents. Ms. Polansky noted she has cards that can be used to send to residents.
5. Traffic light was discussed.
6. Do not have a Secretary/Treasurer. At this time, it is a shared responsibility.

Resident Comments
Joan Conte – Thanked everyone for the walkway she asked for at the last meeting. It worked out well
after the storm.

Adjournment
There being no further business, Mrs. Kopchik moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:37 pm. Seconded by
Mrs. Fatse and approved unanimously.

The meeting was called to order at 4:05 pm by Chairman Kopchik followed by Roll Call and the Pledge of
Allegiance.

Past Minutes
1. Motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to approve the minutes of January 23, 2017 as written.
Seconded by Mrs. Fatse and approved unanimously.
2. Approval of the minutes of February 13, 2017 was moved to the March meeting.

Treasurer’s Report
Ms. Dowd reported for the Trumbull Housing Authority for the period ending January 31, 2017. Stern
Village and Stern Center had an overall loss of approximately $54,293. This is attributable to the
numerous vacancies in the Village and Center, reducing the rental income by $36,000, as well as
additional legal expenses of $10,000 and costs of advertising for the wait list opening and necessary
credit checks totaling $8,000. Currently our reserve balance is $1,482,284 which is approximately
$6,677 for each unit in the entire complex. It was explained that the increase in legal fees was due
partially to evictions.

Director’s Report
Ms. Polansky reported the overall cash position as of January 31, 2017 showed a balance of $948,640
including the investment account. Accounts Payable is approximately $63,397, including the PILOT
accrual for the current year. Ms. Polansky will continue to look at other projects to further improve the
facility within the realm of affordability, need and security.
Ms. Polansky is working on the 2017 Small Cities Grant to be used for new windows for 186 units. She
will meet later with a sub‐committee of the Town Council to ask them to approve the Small Cities Grant
to be used for this purpose.
Ms. Polansky is applying for funds with the State for exterior improvements to the Village buildings as
well as for the Congregate.

Neil is working on a 501(3)(c) that will be used to get additional money into the property by getting
HTCC money and money from other sources. Under the HTCC program, a non‐profit corporation can
receive up to $500,000 annually in State tax credits which can then be sold to State business firms in
return for cash contributions to the non‐profit corporation’s housing program. Each year CHFA allocates
up to $10 million in State HTCC tax credits on a competitive basis to non‐profit corporations. Neil, Ms.
Polansky, Frank and Bruce from Millennium and George Wiles met with CHFA and DOH for a pre‐
application meeting. The State does not have Rental Assistance any more so we are looking at health
and safety issues which are the roads, pathways, curbs, sidewalks, sewers, roofs, doors, insulation, etc.
For the Congregate it is more mechanical systems such as replacing the generator, adding attic
insulation, replacing the boiler – things that affect all residents. We are asking the State to provide us
funding to fix our infrastructure issues that affect every resident. There is not enough funding available
to tackle the inside of each unit at this time.
At the present time, the Village has five vacancies and the Congregate has three vacancies. May have to
open up a wait list again but Ms. Polansky is waiting on directive from the State based on the meeting
today.

Unfinished Business
None.

New Business
None.

Update from the Stern Village Resident Association
Ralph Claudio reported the following:
1. Resident Association Board Vacancy Filled –Two nominations for the vacant Member‐at‐Large
position on the Stern Village Resident Association Board were received at the February 7, 2017
Resident Association Meeting. Nominations included Ralph Claudio and Judith Restieri.
Members had an opportunity to hear from both candidates. A vote was conducted and Ralph
Claudio was elected to serve the remaining term for the Member‐at‐Large position on the
Resident Association Board.
2. Request for Funding of Resident Association – The Stern Village Resident Association
respectfully submitted a request for funding.
3. Road/Sidewalk Repairs Petition and Town Hall Meeting – The Resident Association has been
collecting signatures to be submitted to the Town of Trumbull to repair the roads and sidewalks
of the Stern Village community. A total of 180 signatures of support have been collected. The
Association is seeking to coordinate a Town Hall Meeting which would afford residents the
opportunity to speak with town representatives to engage their support in addressing this issue.
4. Welcome Packet Committee – The Resident Association will be developing a Welcome Packet to
provide to new residents upon move‐in. The Association has established a committee and will
be working to develop the materials to be included in the packet. All residents’ ideas and
suggestions are welcome.
5. Sunshine Club – The Resident Association has formed a Sunshine Club which will recognize
residents for birthdays, anniversaries, when ill or hospitalized and upon moving in or moving
out. A Sunshine Club Participation form will be distributed to all residents during March.
Residents will be able to select if and how they will participate.
It was noted by the Board that the Association must have a Treasurer before this funding will be
addressed.

Resident Comments
1. Joan – requested if the Maintenance Department could plow out to the parking lot so that
people can get to the cars and the Congregate. She requested a more direct route over the
grassy area be cleared.
Ms. Polansky will speak with the Maintenance Department to see if this would be a problem. It may
become slippery and cause a falling hazard.
2. Bob – also requested some type of path to the circle by his apartment so that residents do not
have to walk all the way around to get to the sidewalk.
The Board suggested that a work order be done so that the Maintenance Department will know the area
to work on. Ms. Polansky will walk with the residents to see exactly what needs to be done.
3. El – spoke about the sidewalks and noted that the sidewalks are bad with cracks and are
uneven. This is a health issue.
Mrs. Polansky noted she met with the State regarding the application for the 2017 State‐Sponsored
Housing Program Funding Round to talk about the acute health and safety issues that have to be
addressed which includes roads, paths, curbs and sidewalks. This work would be over $800,000.
4. Christine – noted that she spends a lot of money on her clothes, socks, towels. Complained that
her personal belongings have disappeared. Someone comes in every day when she is walking
her dog and takes her belongings. She stated the stealing has to stop. Someone is searching
into her medications, clothes, money, wallet – she has had enough.
Ms. Polansky asked if a Police report had been done. Christine said yes. Christine noted she has a sign
on her door not to come in but when they see her walking her dog they come in. Ms. Polansky asked
who has a key. Christine replied that Ms. Polansky did. Ms. Polansky noted she has a master key for
everyone’s apartment. Christine does not know how people get into her apartment but she does know
that Ms. Polansky and Maintenance have keys. Ms. Polansky assured Christine that her staff is not going
into her apartment to steal her belongings. Christine stated that it could also be Ms. Polansky that is
stealing her belongings. Christine also has a list of others who have things missing.
5. Dorothy – asked if the Housing Authority provided land lines to the residents. She noted she has
a problem with her T‐Mobile cell phone service and would like a land line. She also asked about
a traffic light as you come out of the village.
It was noted that land lines are the responsibility of the resident. It was also noted that T‐Mobile is
building a tower in Trumbull Center within the next few months that will help with service. A traffic light
would be a State issue.
6. Donna – noted that the snow from her front roof melts onto the area in the front of her building
and there is a lot of ice when it refreezes. The walkway is on a hill and it is dangerous.
Mrs. Polansky will do a work order for Maintenance to see if they can find a way to help this situation.
7. John – noted the Resident Association does not have a specific Treasurer or Secretary as it is a
shared responsibility at this time.
Kim from TOVAH noted that the Association is allowed to have separate or shared responsibility for
these positions. They need to open up a bank account and deposit funds. A financial statement will be
provided to the Board and the Association members.

Adjournment
There being no further business, motion was made by Mrs. Kopchik to adjourn the meeting at 4:37 pm.
Seconded by Mrs. Fatse and approved unanimously.

Reading and Approval of Minutes for the regular January 23, 2017 Board Meeting and for the February 13, 2017 Special Board Meeting

Treasurer’s Report

Executive Director’s Report

Unfinished Business

New Business

Updates from the duly elected Stern Village Resident Association

Resident Comments

The ‘Resident Comments’ portion of the THA Board Meeting is an opportunity for residents to provide comments relating to Stern Village. This portion of the meeting is not intended to be a question and answer session. If a resident poses a question to the THA Board, THA Board Members will hold their remarks on that question until the resident has concluded his or her comment. At that point, THA Board Members can choose to answer such questions posed during the comment or decline to answer. Residents will be provided three (3) minutes to speak on matters relating to Stern Village and will not be interrupted by THA Board Members, except for extenuating circumstances, such as profanity, slander or verbally attacking another person, or to simply ask the resident to restate or clarify a comment. If a resident is interrupted during their comment, the Acting Chair shall allow the resident additional time to speak for a rough equivalent of the time period of the interruption. If a THA Board Member wishes to remark on the content of a comment made by a resident, he or she will hold that remark until the resident has concluded his or her comment and then state it for the record.

Discussion/Possible Action regarding the selection of a contractor for the heat pump initiative for Stern Village.

Resident Comments

The ‘Resident Comments’ portion of the THA Board Meeting are an opportunity for residents to provide comments relating to Stern Village. This portion of the meeting is not intended to be a question and answer session. If a resident poses a question to the THA Board, THA Board Members will hold their remarks on that question until the resident has concluded his or her comment. At that point, THA Board Members can choose to answer such questions posed during the comment or decline to answer. Resident will be provided three (3) minutes to speak on matters relating to Stern Village and will not be interrupted by THA Board Members, except for extenuating circumstances, such as profanity, slander or verbally attacking another person, or to simply ask the resident to restate or clarify a comment. If a resident is interrupted during their comment, the Acting Chair shall allow the resident additional time to speak for a rough equivalent of the time period of the interruption. If a THA Board Member wishes to remark on the content of a comment made by a resident, he or she will hold that remark until the resident has concluded his or her comment and then state it for the record.

Adjournment

Addendum to Agenda– New Business

The public bids for the Small Cities Grant for Heat Pumps for Stern Village were opened at Town Hall on February 7, 2017 at 2 pm. A careful analysis was conducted and the THA Board of Commissioners will be asked to select the contractor, based on the analysis.

The ‘Resident Comments’ portion of the THA Board Meeting is an opportunity for residents to provide comments relating to Stern Village. This portion of the meeting is not intended to be a question and answer session. If a resident poses a question to the TI-IA Board, TI-IA Board Members will hold their remarks on that question until the resident has concluded his or her comment. At that point, TI-IA Board Members can choose to answer such questions posed during the comment or decline to answer. Residents will be provided three (3) minutes to speak on matters relating to Stern Village and will not be interrupted by TI-IA Board Members, except for extenuating circumstances, such as profanity, slander or verbally attacking another person, or to simply ask the resident to restate or clarify a comment. If a resident is interrupted during their comment, the Acting Chair shall allow the resident additional time to speak for a rough equivalent of the time period of the interruption. If a TI-IA Board Member wishes to remark on the content of a comment made by a resident, he or she will hold that remark until the resident has concluded his or her comment and then state it for the record.

Adjournment

Addendum to Agenda– New Business

Wiles & Architects to provide construction, bid documents and construction administration services for the replacement of all exterior windows in 186 units of Stern Village. This is for new, energy-efficient windows for the residents of Stern Village.

The ‘Resident Comments’ portion of the TI-IA Board Meeting are an opportunity for residents to provide comments relating to Stern Village. This portion of the meeting is not intended to be a question and answer session. If a resident poses a question to the TI-IA Board, TI-IA Board Members will hold their remarks on that question until the resident has concluded his or her comment. At that point, TI-IA Board Members can choose to answer such questions posed during the comment or decline to answer. Resident will be provided three (3) minutes to speak on matters relating to Stern Village and will not be interrupted by TI-IA Board Members, except for extenuating circumstances, such as profanity, slander or verbally attacking another person, or to simply ask the resident to restate or clarify a comment. If a resident is interrupted during their comment, the Acting Chair shall allow the resident additional time to speak for a rough equivalent of the time period of the interruption. If a TI-IA Board Member wishes to remark on the content of a comment made by a resident, he or she will hold that remark until the resident has concluded his or her comment and then state it for the record.

Adjournment

Addendum to Agenda– New Business

Election of Officers by the THA Commissioners as per bylaws.

Section 501(c)(3) is the portion of the US Internal Revenue Code that allows for federal tax exemption of nonprofit organizations, specifically those that are considered public charities, private foundations or private operating foundations. It is regulated and administered by the US Department of Treasury through the Internal Revenue Service.

The Election of the Stern Village Resident Association Board was conducted on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room.

Lisa Labella served as an election monitor from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and Jon Greene served as an election monitor from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. for the Election of the Tenant Commissioner of the Trumbull Housing Authority.

Maureen Bova of the Stamford Registrar of Voters and Kaitlyn Peterson of the Trumbull Senior Center served as election monitors of the Stern Village Resident Association Board Election for the entire election period.

Kim Pietrorazio of TOVAH, Inc. served as a directional assistant for residents participating in the elections.

A total of forty-five residents participated in the elections.

Stern Village Resident Association Board Election

A total of ten residents were nominated and listed on the ballot for the seven positions of Stern Village Resident Association Board.